The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 72%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≤10%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% MN state average).
What grades does Northland Learning Center 040 offer ?
Northland Learning Center 040 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northland Learning Center 040 part of?
Northland Learning Center 040 is part of Northland Learning Center School District.
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